Skeptics of Christianity say ad infinitum ad nausea the Jesus of the Bible is one of many other dying and rising gods from paganism. The typical approach is to point out certain Christian beliefs and practices, like Christmas, the star in the East, three kings (magi), twelve disciples, miraculous sings and wonders, the divine titles … Continue reading The Christ of Christianity Borrowed from Other Pagan Religions?
Is Doctrine Just Head Knowledge?
Is doctrine just head knowledge? No! Understanding Christian doctrine is a vital component for a believer’s life. Hank Hanegraaff says, “Essential Christian doctrine is the North Star by which the course of Christianity is set.”1 To know what you believe and why you believe can greatly benefit the Christian and it can never be considered … Continue reading Is Doctrine Just Head Knowledge?
Does Anyone Know What Christmas is All About?
The Charlie Brown Christmas has been one of those television programs that I pretty much expect to see each Christmas holiday. It is a simple yet well built story. Charlie Brown is flustered over the crass materialism associated with the Christmas holiday, his sister Sally simply wants things from Santa, his dog Snoopy enters a contest for the best decorated … Continue reading Does Anyone Know What Christmas is All About?
Was Jesus born on December 25?
Many might criticize the Christmas holiday as having been co-opted by crass materialism. Some might even suggest refocusing upon the “reason for the season,” which is remembrance of the birth of Christ, or the First Advent. Why is that so? The exact month and day of Jesus’ birth can only be speculated. The birthday of … Continue reading Was Jesus born on December 25?
The Word Became Flesh and Dwelt Among Us!
John, the disciple whom Jesus loved, declares, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things came into being through Him, and apart from Him nothing came into being that has come into being…. And the Word became … Continue reading The Word Became Flesh and Dwelt Among Us!
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